Ekkergem Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Gravensteen showing château or palace, a river or creek and street scenes

Gravensteen Castle

One of the only remaining medieval castles in Flanders, this historic fortress provides a fascinating insight into the weaponry, culture, and drama of Ghent’s past.

Gravensteen Castle
Saint Bavo Cathedral which includes religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Saint Bavo Cathedral

One of the iconic Three Towers of Ghent, this historic cathedral is known for its outstanding collection of art.

Saint Bavo Cathedral
Ghent Town Hall which includes heritage architecture, an administrative building and interior views

Ghent Town Hall

See one of the city’s most unusual landmarks, a striking building constructed over the course of almost four centuries.

Ghent Town Hall
Citadel Park featuring a statue or sculpture, heritage architecture and a park

Citadel Park

This popular public park is among the most important green spaces in the city, home to pleasant paths and several unique museums.

Citadel Park
Belfry of Ghent featuring heritage architecture, modern architecture and a city

Belfry of Ghent

Visit one of Ghent’s most famous attractions, an imposing tower that defines the city’s skyline and symbolizes its independence.

Belfry of Ghent
St. Nicholas\' Church which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

St. Nicholas' Church

A beautiful example of Scheldt Gothic architecture, this striking blue-gray church is among the oldest landmarks in the city.

St. Nicholas' Church

Activities

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

AU$179
per adult
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

AU$18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Delicious chocolates, fun facts & sightseeing!

Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)

AU$83
per adult
Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

AU$105
per adult
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

AU$20
per adult
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

AU$5
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
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Our pick of the best Ekkergem Hotel Deals

Fred&Breakfast B&B Ghent

Fred&Breakfast B&B Ghent

3 out of 5
Coupure 645, Ghent
The price is AU$281 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
AU$281
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Monastery of the Carmelite Fathers and St. Michael's ...
Passive aggressive, arrogant and impolite
"locaction and room were decent. Cleanliness of the room was questionable as the floor was really dirty. This wasn’t a big deal. However, I was greatly disappointed by Fredy’s attitude and extremely POOR customer service. I have traveled quite a bit in various European cities, but he was the most ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2019

Fred&Breakfast B&B Ghent
Van der Valk Hotel Gent

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

4.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 10, Ghent
The price is AU$286 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$286
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (600 reviews)
"Property clean and staff excellent. Approach to hotel felt like an industrial estate and view from window the same. Car is necessary to go into town. Lighting in dining room too dark at breakfast, and not enough light in room for reading. Good car parking (surface and underground) at a reasonable ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17, Ghent
The price is AU$173 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$173
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Ideal place to stay for visiting Ghent."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 2, Ghent, East Flanders
The price is AU$169 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$169
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (91 reviews)
"We stayed 4 nights, 3 out of 4 breakfast days were excellent. One day was poor with a lack of silverware, food products and coffee machine. The room we had was fantastic. Clean, comfortable and quiet. The desk staff were always very helpful and very courteous."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
The price is AU$244 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$244
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Central to Gent and tourist areas but accessible and easy with car Everything excellent (especially food in Bistro and Restaurant) - only room for improvement - service of Breakfast coffee could be improved (speed and quantity) - they've gone for quality - which is excellent but at busy times coffee ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is AU$195 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$195
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (549 reviews)
Great place to stay
"Lovely apartment right in the centre of Ghent. All cooking facilities if required. A great location because the public car park is just opposite the property"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
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Other neighbourhoods around Ekkergem

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Graslei and Korenlei

If you're spending some time in Graslei and Korenlei, Korenmarkt Square and St. Michael's Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Graslei and Korenlei
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Rijsenbergwijk

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Rijsenbergwijk, you might enjoy its river views and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by STAM Ghent City Museum or Ghent University Botanical Garden.

Rijsenbergwijk
Ghent Town Hall showing an administrative building, street scenes and heritage architecture

Ghent City Centre

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Historical sites, cafes and museums are some highlights of Ghent City Centre. Make a stop by Belfry of Ghent or St. Nicholas' Church while you're exploring.

Ghent City Centre
Gravensteen showing château or palace, a river or creek and street scenes

Patershol

5/5(2 area reviews)

Patershol is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Gravensteen Castle and Old Fish Market.

Patershol
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Sluizeken

Sluizeken might not have many top sights, but Monastery of the Augustinian Fathers and Big Cannon are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sluizeken
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Kunstenkwartier

Kunstenkwartier is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Abbey.

Kunstenkwartier

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